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Case No. ADJ9591968
Regular
Aug 21, 2018

ISMAEL RODRIGUEZ vs. CJR RESTAURANT, AMTRUST

This case involves a lien claim by Mesa Pharmacy, Inc. which was previously subjected to a stay by a WCJ. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration to address Mesa's petition. The WCAB rescinded the prior order and returned the case to the trial level for a judge to determine if it should be excluded from a master consolidation of over 19,000 cases concerning Mesa Pharmacy's liens. This consolidation aims to address complex factual and legal issues regarding Mesa's operations and potential violations of Labor Code section 4615.

Mesa PharmacyLabor Code section 4615lien claimantconsolidationWCAB Rule 10589common issues of fact and lawownership and controlJohn Garbinocriminal proceedingsjudicial resources
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Case No. ADJ9447602
Regular
Aug 28, 2018

SANDRA SAUCEDO vs. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration to address the defendant's challenge to a prior order regarding the stay of Mesa Pharmacy's lien. Due to the complexity of issues surrounding Mesa Pharmacy's ownership and alleged criminal connections, and to prevent inconsistent rulings, over 19,000 cases, including this one, were consolidated for efficient adjudication. The Board rescinded the prior finding regarding Mesa's lien, allowing it to be heard within the consolidated proceedings, while affirming the decision concerning another lienholder.

WCABPetition for ReconsiderationFindings of Fact and OrderLabor Code Section 4615Stay of LienOrder of ConsolidationMesa PharmacyJohn GarbinoCriminal ProceedingsWCJ William Gunn
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Case No. ADJ9567662, ADJ9567850
Regular
Aug 28, 2018

JOSE ORTIZ vs. UQUALITY AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS, EMPLOYERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE COMPANY

The WCAB granted Mesa Pharmacy's petition for reconsideration, rescinded the prior Findings and Order, and returned the case for further proceedings. This action was taken to consolidate over 19,000 cases, including this one, under the master file *Melvin Garcia Galdames vs. Vinyl Technology, Inc.*, to address common issues regarding Mesa Pharmacy liens and Labor Code section 4615. The consolidation aims to avoid inconsistent orders and efficiently utilize judicial resources. The decision does not constitute a final determination on the merits of any pending issues.

Mesa PharmacyLabor Code Section 4615Order of ConsolidationWCAB Rule 10589John Garbinocriminal proceedinglien claimantjoint findings and orderpetition for reconsiderationrescinded
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Case No. ADJ9688952
Regular
Aug 21, 2018

JOSE GARCIA vs. THE SHADY CANYON GOLF CLUB, INC., CALIFORNIA RESTAURANT MUTUAL BENEFIT CORPORATION, AMERICAN CLAIMS MANAGEMENT

This case involves lien claimant Mesa Pharmacy seeking reconsideration of a prior order staying its lien under Labor Code section 4615. Over 19,000 cases, including this one, were consolidated for the common issue of whether Mesa's liens fall under section 4615. The WCAB rescinded the prior order, returning the matter to the trial level for the assigned judge to determine if this case should be excluded from the consolidation. This decision is not a final determination on the merits of Mesa's lien.

Mesa PharmacyLien ClaimantLabor Code Section 4615Stay of LienOrder of ConsolidationWCAB Rule 10589Common Issues of Fact and LawOwnership and ControlCriminal ProceedingsJohn Garbino
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Case No. ADJ8817942
Regular
Oct 02, 2017

JUAN MEZA vs. JVS WINES IMPORT, CALIFORNIA INSURANCE GUARANTEE ASSOCIATION on behalf of CASTLEPOINT NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY in liquidation, administered by TRISTAR

This case involves CIGA seeking reconsideration of a stipulation ordering it to pay Mesa Pharmacy $1,000 for a lien. CIGA argued it shouldn't pay due to an alleged assignment of Mesa's rights and Mesa's expired license. The Appeals Board denied reconsideration, treating CIGA's removal petition as a reconsideration request. The Board found CIGA failed to prove the assignment's validity and that CIGA entered the stipulation knowing of the alleged assignment, thus lacking good cause to be relieved.

CIGACastlepoint Insurance CompanyMesa PharmacyJavlin Threelien claimantstipulation and orderpetition for reconsiderationpetition for removalfinal orderinterlocutory order
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Case No. ADJ9161156
Regular
Oct 01, 2018

GUADALUPE LARIOS vs. MING GUANG STONE AND CABINET, INC, THE HARTFORD

The Appeals Board granted reconsideration for both Mesa Pharmacy and Reshealth Medical Group, rescinding the prior order that stayed their liens under Labor Code section 4615. For Mesa, the case is returned for further proceedings due to its consolidation with over 12,000 other cases addressing common issues regarding Mesa's liens under section 4615. For Reshealth Medical, the Board found insufficient evidence that Eric Schames, a criminally charged individual, was an officer, director, or 10% shareholder of Reshealth Medical, thus failing the defendant's burden to establish control and a mandatory stay.

Labor Code section 4615WCABPetition for ReconsiderationOrder of ConsolidationMesa PharmacyReshealth Medical GroupEric SchamesDIR listEAMS notationFranchise Tax Board response
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Case No. ADJ9259156
Regular
Jan 05, 2017

SIDNEY SWANSON vs. LAS VEGAS LA EXPRESS, ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board granted reconsideration and rescinded the trial judge's findings. The Board found that a stipulation regarding the assignment of a lien from Mesa Pharmacy to Javlin Three LLC did not sufficiently address enforceability under Labor Code section 4903.8. Due to insufficient development of the record regarding the assignment's validity and Mesa's current business status, the case was returned to the trial level for further proceedings. This ensures due process by allowing for the presentation of evidence and potential testimony on these crucial issues.

Mesa PharmacyJavlin Three LLClien claimantassignment of rightsreimbursementLabor Code Section 4903.8standingMinutes of Hearingevidentiary hearingPetition for Reconsideration
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Case No. ADJ9063212
Regular
Feb 15, 2019

LUIS VILLAGOMEZ vs. WALMART STORES, INC.; ACE AMERICAN, administered by YORK

This Workers' Compensation Appeals Board case involved liens filed by Mesa Pharmacy and ResHealth Medical, which were deemed invalid by the WCJ under Labor Code section 4903.8(e). Lien claimants sought reconsideration, arguing the WCJ incorrectly placed the burden of proof regarding declarant competency on them. The Appeals Board rescinded the WCJ's decision and returned the case for further proceedings. The Board clarified that declarants under section 4903.8(d) must have personal knowledge of the services provided and billing accuracy. It also noted that all submitted declarations, not just one, should be considered when evaluating compliance with the statute.

Labor Code section 4903.8(e)declarant competencypersonal knowledgehearsaypenalty of perjurylien validityworkers' compensation liensassignment violationreconsiderationFindings of Fact and Order
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Case No. ADJ9178612
Regular
Aug 09, 2016

CARMELLINA GITUKU vs. ALTA HOME CARE, CYPRESS INSURANCE COMPANY

This case concerns the disallowance of liens filed by Reshealth Medical Group and Mesa Pharmacy, assigned to Javlin Three LLC, for failing to comply with Labor Code section 4903.8. The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) granted reconsideration, finding the original decision improperly applied the statute and lacked sufficient evidence. The WCAB rescinded the original decision, returning the case to the trial level for further development of the record, particularly concerning the effective dates of assignments and the business status of the original lien claimants. The WCAB also noted potential due process concerns regarding service but found no actual prejudice to the parties.

Labor Code Section 4903.8Lien ClaimantAssignment of LienReshealth Medical GroupMesa PharmacyJavlin Three LLCMaximum MedicalPetition for ReconsiderationFindings and OrdersDue Process
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Case No. ADJ724329 (LAO 0863195)
Regular
Jan 28, 2010

BRAMBILA vs. VONS, INC.

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board denied reconsideration to MH Express Pharmacy. The lien claimant sought additional payment for medications provided to the applicant, arguing they were prescribed by MPN physicians. However, the employer had established a Pharmacy Benefit Network (PBN) before the applicant's injury, and the lien claimant was not part of this network. The Board found the lien claimant misrepresented the record by claiming the PBN contract was not in evidence, and affirmed the denial of further payment for medications dispensed outside the PBN.

Workers' Compensation Appeals BoardLien ClaimantPharmacy Benefit NetworkMedical Provider NetworkFindings and OrderReconsiderationLabor Code section 4600.2(a)Compromise and ReleaseOfficial Medical Fee ScheduleBad Faith Tactics
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